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This is a part-time, non-benefited position. Only NDSU students are eligible to be hired in this position. Unsolicited applications to this posting will NOT be considered.The Department of Residence Life provides summer housing to more than 6,000 participants who attend athletic camps, academic programs and workshops on campus. Residence Life Conference Administrative Assistants (CAAs) are responsible for many of the behind-the-scenes administrative tasks that ensure success for our conference programs.CAAs will gain valuable experience in the fields of student affairs and higher education, conferences and event planning, management, and communication. CAAs will also develop skills in leadership, teamwork, organization, time management, customer service and communication.Conference Administrative Assistants will:* Reside on campus in the Mathew Living Learning Center* Actively participate in staff training (planning and presenting)* Perform administrative duties with regards to conferences, including:* Coordination of linen services, scheduling of CTM work schedules, preparation of conference billing, performing check-in/check-out duties, provide customer service to conference guests, disseminating information as needed, assisting with camp registration processes, and other duties as assigned including working in the Residence Life central office.Minimum Qualifications:* Current student of NDSU (undergraduate or graduate) or having graduated in May 2026.* Prepared to work full-time with flexibility in hours and scheduling* Work experience which demonstrates organization, initiative, assertiveness* Positive attitude and enthusiasm for working with conference groups and individuals* Ability to assist diverse groups of individuals* Ability to work independently, as well as in a group setting* Proficient in Microsoft Office* Possession of a valid driver's license* Work experience within Residence Life and/or summer conferences is preferredPreferred Qualifications:Administrative Skills* Ability to complete paperwork in a thorough, neat, and timely manner; proof documents for errors; quickly understand and carry out new procedures; take initiative on projects and other tasks with little directionDecision Making Skills* Ability to make decisions independently and communicate decisions to proper individuals; solve problems with little informationCustomer Service Skills* Ability to anticipate and listen to the needs of summer guests and sponsors; effectively communicate directions and procedures; connect quickly and develop rapport with a variety of individuals; act as a public-relations liaisonFlexibility* Ability to manage stressful situations with a positive attitude; respond quickly to change with minimal stress; contribute to a newly formed teamTime Commitment:* Dates of employment: May 18, 2026 - August 7, 2026* CAAs who have also been hired as RAs for the fall semester may end their contract early for training.* CAAs will move into the Mathew Living Learning Center by May 15, 2026* No outside employment is permitted.* CAAs may only take classes online.* Team members are allowed time off during the summer. There are times when all staff must be present and no time off is allowed. Staff must be present during these times (additional dates may be added as the summer conference schedule is finalized).* April 9 from 5-6 p.m. (HD Social)* May 26 - May 29 (Training)* June 1-5 (FFA)* June 12-14, 19-21 (Football Camps)* July 8-19 (USAW Wrestling)* July 19 - July 26 (Higher Things)Compensation:* Approximately $6,000 over the summer (paid as an hourly wage of $16/hour)* 7:30am - 4pm Monday-Friday, with occasional night or weekend hours* FREE room and meal compensation* Studio in MLLC and 100 block meal planApplication Process:Applications Available - February 2, 2026Application Deadline - February 27, 2026Interviews - March 16-25, 2026Team Announced - March 27, 2026To complete the application, a resume and cover letter addressing the qualifications and required skills listed above must also be uploaded when applying.To Apply - Applications must include the following materials:Please include within application if you are currently or have in the past 12 months been employed with NDSU, the North Dakota University System or any other North Dakota State agency. If so, include which agency/department, as well as your how many hours you work a week and in the past 12 months.Employment Eligibility:NDSU determines employment eligibility through the E-Verify system: What is E-Verify? New employees to NDSU must present specific identification to determine their employment eligibility no later than their first day of work. To view the identification required, please see USCIS Form I-9. You will be required to have one item from List A OR one item from List B and List C.About Us:North Dakota State University is distinctive as a student focused, land-grant, research university. We educate leaders who solve national and global challenges by providing affordable access to an excellent education that combines teaching and research in a rich learning environment.NDSU is in the highest Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, R1, granted to the top research institutions in the country.NDSU has offices across the state of North Dakota, and the main campus is in Fargo, on the Minnesota border. Along with Moorhead, Minnesota, Fargo forms one of the largest metropolitan centers between Minneapolis and Seattle. The community is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live.NDSU is committed to fostering a community where differences are recognized as strengths. Rooted in our land-grant mission, we work together to meet the needs of North Dakota and its communities through education, research and outreach.Equal Opportunity Statement:NDSU does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of age, color, gender expression/identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, participation in lawful off-campus activity, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, spousal relationship to current employee, or veteran status, as applicable. Direct inquiries to: Vice Provost, Title IX/ADA Coordinator, Old Main 201, NDSU Main Campus, Fargo, ND, 58108, 701-###-####, ...@ndsu.edu.No Smoking Notice:As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.Reasonable Accommodation Information: North Dakota State University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, please contact Human Resources at 701-###-#### or ...@ndsu.edu.